Rhenium Powder

CAS No.:	7440-15-5
Linear Formula:	Re
Purity:	≥99.99% or 99.999%
Form:	Silvery-gray crystal
Mesh size:	-200, -325 and -635 mesh, or customized

 

Product Description

Rhenium powder is an ultra-high-purity metal powder with exceptional heat resistance, high density, and excellent mechanical strength. It is widely used in aerospace, electronics, superalloys, and catalyst applications. With a high melting point of 3,180°C, rhenium is one of the most heat-resistant elements, making it an essential material for extreme environments.

 

Features & Properties

✔ Ultra-High Purity – Available in ≥99.99% and 99.999% purity levels.
✔ High-Temperature Resistance – One of the highest melting points of all elements.
✔ Superior Mechanical Strength – Ideal for high-stress applications.
✔ Excellent Corrosion Resistance – Resistant to oxidation and aggressive chemicals.
✔ High Density & Conductivity – Excellent electrical and thermal conductivity.
✔ Uniform Particle Size Distribution – Ensures consistency in applications.

 

Applications & Related Industries

🔹 Aerospace & Defense – Used in high-temperature turbine blades, rocket nozzles, and thrusters.
🔹 Superalloys – Enhances the strength and creep resistance of nickel-based superalloys for jet engines.
🔹 Electronics & Semiconductors – Used in electrical contacts, filaments, and thin-film coatings.
🔹 Catalysts – Essential in petroleum refining, hydrogenation, and reforming processes.
🔹 Medical Equipment – Used in radiation shielding and thermocouples.

 

Synonyms

Re Powder

High-Purity Rhenium

Rhenium Metal Powder

 

Health & Safety Information

⚠ Handling Precautions – Avoid inhalation of fine particles; use appropriate protective equipment.
⚠ Storage – Keep in a dry, controlled environment to prevent contamination.
⚠ Fire & Reactivity – Rhenium is stable under normal conditions but should be handled carefully in powder form.

 

Production Method & Equipment

Rhenium powder is produced through hydrogen reduction of ammonium perrhenate (APR), ensuring ultra-high purity. The production process includes:
1️⃣ Purification of Rhenium Compounds – Starting from ammonium perrhenate (APR).
2️⃣ Hydrogen Reduction – Performed in a high-temperature controlled environment.
3️⃣ Grinding & Sieving – Processed into specific mesh sizes for various applications.

 

Size & Customization

📏 Standard Mesh Sizes:

-200 mesh

-325 mesh

-635 mesh
📐 Custom Sizes: Available upon request for specialized applications.

 

Certifications & Quality Assurance

✅ ASTM & ISO Standards – Compliant with industry specifications for rhenium purity.
✅ Strict Quality Control – Ensures consistent particle size and high purity.
✅ Third-Party Testing – Available for purity and composition verification.

 

Lead Time & MOQ (Minimum Order Quantity)

🚀 Lead Time: 2-4 weeks, depending on order quantity and customization.
📦 MOQ: Contact us for specific requirements.

 

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

❓ What are the common applications of rhenium powder?
✅ It is widely used in aerospace, superalloys, catalysts, and electronics.

❓ Can I order custom mesh sizes?
✅ Yes! We offer customized mesh sizes to fit your specific application needs.

❓ What is the best way to store rhenium powder?
✅ Store in a dry, inert atmosphere to maintain its purity and prevent contamination.

 

Contact Us

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H

ow to Choose the Product

🔹 Select the purity level based on your industry needs (99.99% or 99.999%).
🔹 Choose the mesh size based on application requirements (e.g., -200, -325, or -635 mesh).
🔹 Consider customization if specific size or purity is needed.

 

Product Standards

ASTM B818 – Standard Specification for Rhenium Powder.

 

Product Specifications

Property	Value
CAS Number	7440-15-5
Purity	≥99.99%, 99.999%
Mesh Size	-200, -325, -635
Density	21.02 g/cm³
Melting Point	3,180°C

 

Production & Quality Control

✔ Hydrogen Reduction Process – Ensures ultra-high purity.
✔ Particle Size Analysis – Guarantees uniformity in distribution.
✔ ICP-MS & XRD Testing – Confirms purity and crystallinity.

 

Shipping & Delivery Information

🚚 Shipping Methods – Express, Air Freight, Sea Freight.
📦 Packaging – Vacuum-sealed to prevent oxidation, packed in protective containers.
🌍 Worldwide Delivery – Fast shipping options available globally.

 

Environmental Impact & Sustainability

🌱 Eco-Friendly Processing – Minimizes waste and emissions.
♻ Sustainable Sourcing – Rhenium is a rare metal, and recycling efforts help maintain sustainability.

 

Maintenance & Care Instructions

🔹 Store in sealed containers to prevent contamination.
🔹 Handle with care to avoid fine particle dispersion.

 

Differentiation Between Products

Rhenium powder varies by purity levels, mesh size, and particle distribution, making it suitable for different industrial, aerospace, and electronics applications.

 

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Chemical Identifiers

Linear Formula	Re
MDL Number	MFCD00011195
EC No.	231-124-5
Beilstein/Reaxys No.	N/A
Pubchem CID	23947
SMILES	[Re]
InchI Identifier	InChI=1S/Re
InchI Key	WUAPFZMCVAUBPE-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Rhenium Powder Properties (Theoretical)

Molecular Weight	186.21
Appearance	Silvery-gray
Melting Point	3180 °C
Boiling Point	5627 °C
Density	21.02 gm/cc
Solubility in H2O	N/A
Electrical Resistivity	19.3 microhm-cm @ 20 °C
Electronegativity	1.9 Paulings
Heat of Fusion	7.9 Cal/gm mole
Heat of Vaporization	152 K-Cal/gm atom at 5627 °C
Poisson's Ratio	0.3
Specific Heat	0.0329 Cal/g/K @ 25 °C
Tensile Strength	80,000 psi
Thermal Conductivity	0.480 W/cm/K @298.2 K
Thermal Expansion	6.2 µm/(m·K)
Vickers Hardness	2450 MPa
Young's Modulus	463 GPa

Rhenium Powder Health & Safety Information

Signal Word	Danger
Hazard Statements	N/A
Hazard Codes	F
Precautionary Statements	P210
Risk Codes	N/A
Safety Statements	N/A
RTECS Number	VI0780000
Transport Information	UN 3089 4.1 / PGII
WGK Germany	nwg
GHS Pictograms	GHS02 Flame

 

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